2021 Citroen C3 Shine Puretech S/S 1.2L Petrol · FL21 PBF

The most recent MOT test, conducted on 13 March 2026, recorded a pass with no defects or advisories, continuing a clean run that began at the vehicle's first MOT anniversary. Three consecutive passes spanning 2024, 2025, and 2026, each with a clean sheet, demonstrate a stable and improving roadworthiness pattern under the specific criteria measured at the annual test. With no advisories raised across this window, no specific component has been flagged for early wear or impending failure by the DVSA tester. The absence of any failure or refusal during the recorded testing period means there is no evidence within the MOT history of recurring mechanical or structural deterioration. The recorded mileage of 18,517 miles on a 2021 vehicle equates to roughly 3,700 miles per year, which is markedly below average usage for a car of this age. Such low annual mileage can reflect short-trip urban driving, occasional weekend use, or extended periods of inactivity rather than consistent long-distance running. The MOT records show no mileage figures, so any trend in usage between tests cannot be directly verified from the supplied data. What can be said is that the car has covered limited distance over its five years, which typically reduces wear on major drivetrain components but can introduce separate issues such as brake disc corrosion from infrequent use or perishing of rubber seals due to standing. Given the absence of any flagged defects, a prospective buyer cannot rely on the MOT history to anticipate specific component failures. A physical examination should therefore focus on areas the annual test does not fully assess, including the condition of the brake discs and pads for surface corrosion, the state of tyres for age-related deterioration, and any evidence of oil leaks from the PureTech engine, which is known within the trade for timing belt and coolant system concerns. Checking for condensation in light clusters, the operation of the stop-start system, and the condition of the underbody and structural jacking points would provide a more complete picture than the MOT record alone. The MOT history is unblemished across three tests, but a pre-purchase inspection remains the only reliable means of evaluating the car's true mechanical state.